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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 41, Miranda decides to ___________________.

2. Why does Miranda get in trouble with her mother?

3. Miranda and __________________ make amends and become friends again in Chapter 40.

4. What shocks Miranda the morning after the sleepover?

5. Miranda sees words scratched into the surface of ____________________.

Short Essay Questions

1. Why do Annemarie, Colin and Miranda all quit their jobs after they get them back?

2. What happens after Miranda phones Annemarie on New Year's Day?

3. What is the Quack's reaction when he sees Marcus on the street?

4. Why is Miranda so surprised and happy when Annemarie is still at her house the morning after a sleepover?

5. What do Marcus and Julia attempt to explain to Miranda one day?

6. How do Miranda and her mother differ in their feelings about Miranda's mother marrying Richard?

7. How does Miranda react to Julia's assertiveness in this section?

8. When does Miranda finally understand what the writer of the notes meant when he said he was coming to save her friend?

9. What does Miranda receive from Richard for Christmas and why does it frighten Miranda?

10. Why does Miranda start calling Julia "Swiss Miss"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of disappointment. Identify at least two characters who either embody or experience disappointment then cite an example to support your answers.

Essay Topic 2

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the ongoing conflict between Julia and Miranda. What are the main sources of the conflicts? Why does it perpetuate? What does Miranda learn about the source of Julia's true anger? Explain.

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